My name is Olivia and I'm studying in Health Science at College Ahuntsic. That program specifically prepares me for university studies in a health field. In university, I will study in dentistry to become a dentist because that is what I want to do later on in my life. The subject of my glossary is Dentist. Basically, a glossary is an alphabetical list of terms or words found in or relating to a specific subject. in this glossary, there are twenty terms about the subject, Dentist. My glossary could be useful for students that want to study in dentistry.
abscess
noun
It is a local inflammation (chronic or acute), usually filled with pus; a sign of infection and tissue decay.
Example: Hannah visited the dentist due to a persistent pain in her tooth, the dentist diagnosed her with a dental abscess.
fr: abcès
braces
noun
Braces are dental tools that help correct problems with your teeth, like crowding, crooked teeth, or teeth that are not aligned.
Example: I had braces for two years because my teeth were not aligned.
fr: broches
crown
noun
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that restores a decayed, broken, weak or worn-down tooth.
Example: After the root canal procedure, the dentist placed a crown on the tooth to restore its strength and appearance.
fr: couronne
dentin
noun
It is a hard tissue forming a majority of the tooth structure.
Example: The dentist explained that dentin is the sensitive layer beneath the enamel.
fr: dentine
denture
noun
It is a removable plate or frame holding one or more artificial teeth.
Example: My grandpa lost all of his teeth, so he got a denture.
fr: dentier
enamel
noun
It is a thin, hard covering surrounding the dentin composed mostly of calcium; hardest tissue in the human body.
Example: The enamel can still be worn down by excessive sugar intake even if it is the hardest tissue in the human body.
fr: émail
filling
noun
It is a plastic, porcelain, metal, or alloy used to ‘fill’ gaps in teeth or lost tooth structure
Example: My grandpa had a cavity, so the dentist recommended getting a filling to restore the tooth.
fr: plombage
fluoride
noun
It is a mineral often used in dental products to help prevent cavities.
Example: Toothpaste with fluoride helps strengthen tooth enamel and reduce the risk of cavities.
fr: fluor
gum
noun
The firm area of flesh around the roots of the teeth in the upper or lower jaw.
Example: My tooth broke just above the gum.
fr: gencive
imaging
noun
An imaging is a capturing images of teeth and jawbone to diagnose and plan procedures.
Example: The dentist used digital imaging to create a detailed picture of my teeth and identify any potential issues.
fr: imagerie
implant
noun
A dental implant is a metal post that replaces the root portion of a missing tooth.
Example: I need an implant to replace my missing tooth.
fr: implant
incisor
noun
Teeth located at the front of the mouth on upper and lower jaws; used for cutting.
Example: The rabbit incisive teeth allow it to easily nibble through tough plant material.
fr: incisive
local anesthesia
noun
It is a numbing sensation in one part of the mouth by using gels or injection.
Example: I was under local anesthesia when I had my wisdom teeth removed to feel anything.
fr: anesthésie locale
molar
noun
It is teeth in the back of the mouth with a rounded or flattened surface adapted for grinding.
Example: I use my molars for chewing and grinding food.
fr: molaire
palate
noun
It is the roof of the mouth.
Example: The dentist explained that the palate plays a crucial role in the alignment of teeth.
fr: palais
scaling
noun
It is a procedure to remove plaque, deposits, and stains on teeth.
Example: When I go to the dentist, I'm used to having a scaling.
fr: détartrage
splint
noun
It is used to stabilize teeth, to support and hold oral structures in place.
Example: When I got my braces removed, the dentist gave me a splint to hold my teeth in place.
fr: attelle
teeth whitening
noun
Teeth whitening involves bleaching your teeth to make them lighter.
Example: For my birthday, my dad paid a teeth whitening for me to get my teeth lighter.
fr: blanchiment dentaire
veneer
noun
It is a thin covering applied to the surface of the tooth; restores discoloured, damaged, and uneven teeth.
Example: I just got some veneers because I had a gap between my teeth.
fr: facette
wisdom tooth
noun
Wisdom teeth are your last set of adult teeth to grow in.
Example: The dentist recommended removing my wisdom tooth before it caused crowding and pain in my other teeth.
